Paulette F. C. Steeves
Métis and Cree scholar and Associate Professor of Sociology focused on Indigenous histories and decolonizing paleoarchaeology, author of The Indigenous Paleolithic of the Western Hemisphere.
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Nov 30, 2025 • 40min
Paulette F. C. Steeves, "The Indigenous Paleolithic of the Western Hemisphere" (U Nebraska Press, 2021)
Paulette F. C. Steeves, a Métis-Cree scholar and Associate Professor, dives deep into the rich Indigenous histories of the Americas. She challenges the outdated notion that people arrived only 12,000 years ago, presenting evidence of presence for over 60,000 years. Discussing the political ramifications of this history, Steeves emphasizes the importance of Indigenous perspectives in archaeology. She also weaves oral traditions and language into her research, arguing for reclaiming temporal sovereignty and redefining narratives around Indigenous identity.
Nov 30, 2025 • 40min
Paulette F. C. Steeves, "The Indigenous Paleolithic of the Western Hemisphere" (U Nebraska Press, 2021)
Paulette F. C. Steeves, a Métis and Cree scholar and Associate Professor of Sociology, reclaims Indigenous history in the Americas through her groundbreaking work. She argues that Indigenous peoples have been in the Western Hemisphere for over 60,000 years, disputing long-held archaeological beliefs. Steeves emphasizes the importance of integrating Indigenous oral traditions with scientific evidence, the need for more Indigenous archaeologists, and critiques the Clovis concept. Her research aims to inspire hope and healing in Indigenous youth while advocating for decolonizing narratives in academia.
